Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Law Officers’ Department as a Paralegal to support the Economic Crime and Confiscation Unit “ECCU” in the preparation of cases for prosecution. The role will require the successful candidate to provide a professional and dynamic support service to the team of Legal Advisers and Investigators. You will be required to demonstrate excellent computer literacy, organisation and time management skills, and the ability to work to deadlines following clear processes and procedures.

Please contact Edel Murphy (e.murphy@lawofficers.je) to arrange for an informal discussion.

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Job Purpose

Job Specific Outcomes

• Collects and organises evidence and documentation for legal advisers or investigators to review.

• Carries out research on statute and case law.

• Keeps case files organised and up to date in electronic format using the Court and the Departments’ electronic systems.

• Correspond with client departments and other parties.

• Files documents with the Court and other parties.

Qualifications

• The post holder will hold [minimum 2] A levels, or equivalent, as a minimum educational standard.

Knowledge

Essential

• Knowledge of operating and adjusting to working across a number of different systems, including some specialised.

• Knowledge of providing support in a business administrative capacity.

Desirable

• Understanding of legal terminology as well as a general understanding of the Jersey Court system.

• Understanding of the Jersey system of government.

Technical Work Based Skills

• Research and analytical skills.

• Excellent IT skills, in order to be able to learn and use the particular IT systems of the Department, including the Department’s practice management system and the Courts digital platform and e-discovery software.

General Skills / Attributes

Essential 

• Able to demonstrate excellent organisation skills.

• The post holder must be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and strong team working skills.

• The post holder will also have strong interpersonal skills, an enthusiastic attitude and a willingness to learn and develop their knowledge and skills.

• Able to work with highly confidential and sensitive information in an appropriate manner, demonstrating a high level of attention to detail.

• Able to work independently on complex document management tasks.

Desirable 

• The post holder will need to be able to work under pressure and to prioritise the work load in order to meet often tight and demanding deadlines.

• Ability to communicate effectively both within the team and with external contacts.

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in an office environment.

Desirable

• Experience of working in a legal environment.

Criteria Relating To Safeguarding

• As for all LOD employees, a BASIC DBS is required for the role.

Statutory Responsibilities

Active engagement, participation and compliance with any other statutory responsibilities applicable to the role, as amended from time to time.